
Dynamic learning through co-op

Learning to ‘crack the code’ as a software engineering intern at sendwithus in Victoria, BC.

Demonstrating a new design for the mechanized organics processor used by a local business.

Checking the turbines at BC’s largest wind farm in Tumbler Ridge, BC.

Two co-op students enjoying time in the field replacing the solar array for an off-grid cabin.

Checking out the Newell Substation while an working on the BC Hydro Station Strategy and Standards team.

Learning about safety as equipment reliability intern at the Bruce B Nuclear Generating Station.
At UVic, learning extends beyond the classroom. Through co-operative education (co-op), you can alternate terms in class with paid work terms in positions related to your field of study. You'll graduate with work experience, a great resume, contacts in your field and some extra cash in your pocket. Co-op graduates are more likely to find relevant, permanent work with higher salaries.
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- Meet with a career educator
Do I need to apply for admission to co-op?
As a biomedical, civil, computer, electrical, mechanical, or software engineering student, your degree program includes an integrated co-operative education (co-op) component. You'll automatically be registered in co-op and receive job search guidance and training.
Computer science students need to apply to the co-op program. You can apply in your first or second year by contacting the Engineering and Computer Science/Math Co-op office in ECS 204.
Learn more about the Engineering and Computer Science Co-op Program.
See what some of our students have done

Computer Science student wins UVic Co-op Student of the Year
Kawaljit Singh’s co-op experience was beneficial on so many levels, from the skills he honed to an increase in confidence and overall health.Read more

Engineering students get eye-opener at StarFish Medical
Three UVic co-op students worked with StarFish staff on rigorously testing all aspects of the ventilator’s functioning in advance of thousands of units being distributed across Canada.Read more

Machine shop co-op: the epitome of hands-on learning
Three co-op students working in UVic’s Mechanical Engineering machine shop are making a huge contribution to the faculty, while getting plenty of opportunities to practice and expand their skills.Read more

Multi-talented engineering student team responds to pandemic
Kim Arklie hadn’t intended to do a co-op term this summer. But when the fourth-year student heard about the creation of the UVic Engineering COVID-19 Response Team, she knew she had to try to be part of it.Read more

Computer Science student plunges into a COVID software solution
For Yichun Zhao, helping develop a computer system that ensures people entering BC from outside the country are managing self-isolation was a “wild ride.”Read more

Electrical engineering student plays his part in ventilator project
When Darian Langeler started his co-op at StarFish Medical in January, he could never have imagined he’d end up working on a crucial, nation-wide project that could benefit thousands of Canadians.Read more
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